breve
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noun \ˈbrēv, ˈbrev\Definition of BREVE
1
: a note equivalent to two whole notes
2
: a curved mark ˘ used to indicate a short vowel or a short or unstressed syllable
See Origin of BREVE
Middle English brefe, from Medieval Latin, from neuter of brevis brief — more at brief
First Known Use: 15th century
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